Precious metals continue their historic surge, outpacing the S&P 500 for a third consecutive year. We examine the powerful drivers behind the rally, from industrial demand to monetary policy, and explore how investors can gain exposure through ETFs while navigating the risks.
Despite reporting a 22% surge in Q4 2025 net income to $4.1 billion, global payments giant Mastercard is cutting approximately 1,400 jobs as part of a strategic review, highlighting the complex balance between growth and operational efficiency in the fintech sector.
Israeli media reports indicate the military now estimates around 70,000 Palestinian fatalities in Gaza, a figure aligning with earlier Hamas-run health ministry counts it had previously questioned.
EQ Resources (ASX:EQR) has seen its share price skyrocket over 120% in a month, fueled by renewed interest in tungsten and strategic project updates. As the market re-evaluates the critical minerals sector, we examine whether the company's current premium is justified or a sign of overheating sentiment.
The protective packaging leader's 2025 recycling achievement, driven by customer partnerships and its EmeraldPak product, marks a significant step in its 'Stairway to Green' initiative and underscores growing industry momentum for closed-loop systems.
TAIPEI, Jan 30 (Reuters) - Taiwan completed the maiden underwater sea trial for its first domestically developed submarine on Thursday, a big milestone in a project aimed at strengthening deterrence
Despite recent market turbulence, a surge in eurozone business confidence is spotlighting companies where high insider ownership aligns management with shareholder interests. We examine three such firms poised for growth.
Linde plc (LIN) shares have shown consistent upward momentum, closing recently at $455. While short-term performance is strong, a deeper valuation analysis reveals a complex picture, with divergent views on whether the stock is a bargain or fully priced.
Russian troops have taken control of three villages across Ukraine's Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, according to a Defense Ministry statement reported by state media. The latest gains come amid intensified fighting along the front lines.
Tower Semiconductor (TSEM) has captured market attention with record revenue guidance and a major $650 million capacity expansion targeting silicon photonics and SiGe technologies. While shares have surged over 58% in 90 days, analysts are now debating whether the stock's premium valuation fully prices in future growth in AI, 5G, and data center markets.
Kyocera's shares have soared 46% over the past year, dramatically outperforming the broader market. This analysis delves into whether the Japanese tech conglomerate's current valuation still offers room for growth or signals a potential pullback, examining key metrics and investor narratives.
Despite bearing the brunt of costly natural disasters, Asia-Pacific remains the world's least insured region, with a staggering $64 billion protection shortfall in 2024 alone, threatening economic stability and vulnerable communities.
Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and market volatility, a closer look reveals resilient European companies whose current share prices may not reflect their underlying strength and future growth prospects.
Mizuho Securities dramatically raised its price target on SanDisk, forecasting a severe NAND flash memory shortage driven by explosive AI server demand and constrained production capacity through 2027.
Western Digital Corp (WDC) announced a robust 25% year-over-year revenue increase for its fiscal second quarter of 2026, driven by strategic long-term agreements and a favorable product mix. While consumer segment challenges persist, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on the burgeoning data storage demands from artificial intelligence.
OSI Systems posts record Q2 revenue and lifts full-year EPS guidance, navigating softness in security bookings and healthcare challenges with optimism for a stronger second half.
Dolby Laboratories (DLB) reported first-quarter results that exceeded analyst forecasts, prompting the company to raise its full-year guidance. The audio-visual technology leader cited earlier-than-anticipated deal closures, momentum in mobile and broadcast, and strategic wins with partners like Sony, TCL, and Peacock as key drivers.
Amidst market volatility, a select group of Asian companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention, signaling strong internal belief in their long-term growth trajectories.
Blackstone Inc. is weighing a sale of Interplex's information and communications technology business, with early-stage talks suggesting a valuation exceeding $1 billion, sources familiar with the matter said.
General Dynamics secures a major multi-year U.S. Navy contract for systems modernization, reinforcing its pivotal role in naval defense and underscoring the strength of its record order backlog amid robust segment performance.
